#A59FE8

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A59FE8?

RGB(165, 159, 232), HSL(244.9, 61.3%, 76.7%), CMYK(28.9%, 31.5%, 0.0%, 9.0%).

Q: Does #A59FE8 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.41:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#A59FE8 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 165, 159, 232, in HSL 244.9°, 61.3%, 76.7%, and in CMYK 28.9%, 31.5%, 0.0%, 9.0%. The nearest named color is Wisteria.

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Color Values

HEX

#A59FE8

RGB

165, 159, 232

HSL

244.9, 61.3%, 76.7%

HSV

244.9, 31.5%, 91.0%

CMYK

28.9%, 31.5%, 0.0%, 9.0%

OKLCH

0.7352 0.1047 287.3

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Wisteria

Color Psychology

Light blues are universally associated with clear skies, serenity, and trustworthiness. They lower blood pressure and heart rate, making them the most psychologically calming chromatic colors. Baby blue in particular symbolizes gentleness, innocence, and reliable safety.

Design Usage

Soft blues are the most widely used background color in enterprise software, social media, and healthcare apps. They create a professional yet friendly atmosphere that encourages prolonged engagement. Use them for empty states, onboarding screens, and informational banners that should feel non-threatening.